# Hard reading kanji

> Reference and learn difficult Japanese kanji and phrases with categorized lists and search. (iPhone/iPad app by AOBO Co.,Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hard-reading-kanji/id330771342 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [AOBO Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/310846199)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Chinese (Simplified, China), Japanese
- Released: 2009-09-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hard-reading-kanji/id330771342/reviews.md

## What is Hard reading kanji?

This is an application that help you reference the kanji in Japanese which are also difficult to read and remember to native Japanese people.

If you want master these kanji as soon as possible, please buy the application (Master hard reading kanji) which has more functions to help you to remember them. please search 'AOBO' in App store, then you can find it.
 
Features:
1, There are 1468 difficult kanji/phrases that can be referenced in this application.
2, The difficult kanji or phrases are grouped as following:
 1) Common
 2) Laws and regulations
 3) Nature and People
 4) Articles
 5) Plants
 6) Mammal, Reptiles and Amphibians
 7) Fishes
 8) Birds
 9) Invertebrate animals
 10) Borrowed words
 11) Country names
 12) Foreign place names
 13) Foreign people names
3, Can be searched by kanji or kana in the searching screen.

Language: Japanese, English(UI only), Chinese(UI only)

## Key features

- Reference 1468 difficult kanji/phrases
- Kanji grouped by category
- Search by kanji or kana
- Supports Japanese, English, and Chinese UI

## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hard-reading-kanji/id330771342/reviews.md

### 1/5 — かす

*2013-09-03*

全く使えない

### 2/5 — OK but

*2012-09-04*

From an index I have to select a category, then in the category I select a word, but if at first if you are slower than about 2 secs the page jumps back.  After a few times it didn't do this.  After selecting a word it connects to Google via internet, and then in some cases in Wikitionary you can read the Kanji meaning.  But for the most part it just gives every possible Google link to the word in Japanese.  It is also for Chinese, Korean, etc.

### 1/5 — 使いにくいです

*2012-05-18*

私は難読苗字の読み方を知りたくて、
このアプリをとったのですが、
肝心の調べたかった苗字がありませんでした。

### 3/5 — いいですが・・・

*2011-04-01*

読み方だけ表示して字が書けるかみたいな暗記機能があればさらに良かったです

### 5/5 — 面白かったです！

*2011-03-18*

操作がシンプルで使いやすい！
なのに漢字のジャンル分けしてあって良いです(^-^)

漢字のレベルは、詳しい人には簡単なのかもですが
私には簡単〜難しいのもあって面白かったです！

てかクレオパトラって漢字あるのか…
誰が付けたんだー!!((((；ﾟДﾟ)))))))

無料だし、わーって盛り上がれるし、良かったです！

### 1/5 — ダメだ

*2011-02-14*

全然つかえない

### 5/5 — ？

*2011-01-10*

普通に難読でしょ
これが小学生向けって、、、まぁ、苗字は全く難読じゃなかったけどさ。
鵺、鴻、もっと常用外の鳥漢字があったら尚よかったです。
無料だし満足。

### 1/5 — Hmmmm

*2010-09-12*

Though there is furigana for each word but there is no meaning in English,so it's very difficult to read. People with very advanced knowledge may know the meaning but for beginners it's not very helpful. Would be grateful if they can upgrade the version with the meaning.

### 1/5 — 国語、小学生四年生向け

*2010-08-11*

と思えば、腹、立たないね。

### 2/5 — 辞書というより。。。

*2010-04-28*

当たり前な字を覚える程度の物として使ってもいいかと^^

## Frequently asked questions about Hard reading kanji

### What is Hard reading kanji?

Hard reading kanji is an application designed to help users reference and learn Japanese kanji and phrases that are difficult to read and remember. It provides categorized lists and search functionality.

### How many kanji are included in Hard reading kanji?

The application includes a reference of 1468 difficult kanji and phrases. These are organized into 13 distinct categories for easier study.

### Can I search for kanji in Hard reading kanji?

Yes, you can search for kanji or kana directly within the application's searching screen. This feature helps you quickly find specific characters or phrases.

### What languages does Hard reading kanji support?

The primary language for content is Japanese. However, the user interface (UI) is available in English and Chinese.

### Does Hard reading kanji have ads?

Yes, Hard reading kanji contains advertisements. This is how the app is supported as it is offered for free.

### Is there a paid version of Hard reading kanji?

Yes, there is a paid application called 'Master hard reading kanji' by the same developer, AOBO Co.,Ltd. It offers more functions to aid in remembering kanji.

### What is the age rating for Hard reading kanji?

Hard reading kanji has an age rating of 12+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged 12 and older.

### How often is Hard reading kanji updated?

The app was last updated on May 18, 2025, with version 1.68. This suggests regular updates to maintain and improve the application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.68 — 2025-05-18

Support to latest SDK.

### 1.67 — 2023-03-06

Supported to latest OS.

### 最新iOSへの対応。 — 2020-02-19

Supported to latest iOS.

### 1.65 — 2019-09-16

バナー広告の削除。

### 1.64 — 2019-02-16

Updated to support latest SDK.

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